Title Page

  • Site Name

  • Location
  • Job number

  • Audit number

  • Client

  • Conducted on

  • Prepared by

  • Site Supervisor

  • Type/s of Asbestos Containing Material being worked on

  • Approximate Extent of Works

  • The Stage of Works / Works Being Undertaken at the Commencement of Audit

  • Brief Description of Activities Being Undertaken During Audit

  • ASB5 in place

  • Details on ASB5 are correct

  • Does the ASB5 clearly describe the scope of works

  • Are sufficient viewing panels and/or CCTV in place to monitor all areas within enclosure during work activities?

  • The integrity of the enclosure has ben established and maintained

  • All viewing panels meet the minimum requirements

  • Warning signs appropriate for tasks and are in the correct location

  • Does the airlock meet the minimum size required

  • Is the airlock free from visible asbestos debris

  • Is there suitable provision available for preliminary decontamination of RPE

  • All airlock openings/flaps are suitable and weighted correctly

  • An inner stage viewing panel is present and of the appropriate/correct size

  • Any other observations relating to the airlock requirements

  • Has a separate bag lock been provided

  • Is the absence of a baglock justifiable due to site restrictions/constraints?

  • The transit route is suitably maintained, has the correct signage and is on minimum distance

  • The waste route is free from visible asbestos debris

  • The waste route is free from other general wastes/hazards

  • Works vehicles/stores are reasonably tidy, clean, well organised and free from other concerns/issues

  • The removal method, dust suppression and wetting methods used are suitable for the AMCs being removed

  • The waste is being correctly and promptly bagged following removal

  • RPE suitable for all tasks being carried out

  • All RPE and PPE being properly worn

  • Operatives all cleanly shaven

  • Enclosure overalls type 5/6

  • Transit overalls type 5/6

  • The enclosure allows for ideal air management

  • There is sufficient airlock flap deflection to indicate adequate airflow through the airlock

  • Additional air inlets are suitably positioned and in use where applicable

  • There are a minimum of 2 H-Type vacuum cleaners

  • Each NPU is located either outside the working enclosure, or sheeted out of the enclosure

  • There is a functional non-return flap on each NPU exhaust

  • Extracted air from each NPU is vented outside

  • Is the DCU arrangement in a recognised form, i.e. Transit arrangement (please specify)

  • Is a direct connection being used

  • The NPU on the DCU is working

  • Lighting and heating are working and functional in DCU

  • There is heated water to shower

  • The DCU is adequately stocked with consumable items, i.e. nail brush, towels, soap

  • There are sufficient shower heads for the number of personnel

  • The DCU is maintained in a clean condition

  • Waste water is filtered and discharged either directly or via containers to drain

  • External dirty end and internal doors are self closing

  • DCU doors are marked (including the prohibited entry and mandatory PPE signage) as required

  • Other observations relating to DCU safety

  • All waste is separated and segregated from tools and equipment

  • Emergency arrangements are in place

  • Operatives and employees are sufficiently aware of arrangements

  • There is a suitably stocked first aid kit available

  • There are trained and competent First Aiders on site

  • Are there any other observations with regards asbestos risks/hazards

  • Work at height

  • Protection / working near live services

  • Manual handling

  • Noise (add decibel meter reading from IPAD if possible)

  • Hand arm vibrations (HAVs)

  • Site vehicle movements

  • Other contractors activities affecting asbestos removal

  • Thermal issues

  • Hazardous substances existing on site

  • Hazardous substances brought to site

  • Other significant risks / hazards

  • Does the site diagram show location of ACMs

  • Does the site diagram show outline of enclosure

  • Does the site diagram show location of adjacent areas to enclosure

  • Does the site diagram show location of Airlock location

  • Does the site diagram show location of Baglock location

  • Does the site diagram show location of NPU location(s)

  • Does the site diagram show location of viewing panels / CCTV

  • Does the site diagram show location of DCU

  • Does the site diagram show location of the transit route

  • Does the site diagram show location of the waste route

  • Does the site diagram show location of the waste skip / van / vehicle

  • Is the site supervisor the named supervisor in the Plan of Work

  • Does the type of RPE being used match the details in the Plan of Work or Standard Procedures

  • Does the construction of the Airlock, Baglock and enclosures match the details in the Plan of Work or Standard Procedures

  • Does the removal procedure observed match the details in the Plan of Works

  • Does the colour of the overalls being used match the details in the Plan of Work

  • The Plan of Work clearly details when the work is to be carried out, including dates, start/finish times and weekend/nightwork variations

  • Justification in the Plan of Work for the air lock dimensions to be smaller than the standard minimum.

  • Justification in the Plan of Works for the bag lock dimensions to be smaller than the standard minimum.

  • Justification for the absence of a baglock is detailed in the Plan of Works

  • Does the Plan of Work detail the analytical company providing the 4 stage clearance

  • Does the Plan of Work detail who the analytical company is contracted to

  • Does the Plan of Work detail the relevant enclosure entry and exit procedures relevant to the site set up

  • The number and capacity of NPU's match the Plan of Work

  • Required air flow is being achieved demonstrated by the Plan of Work, actual NPU air flow records being kept

  • The Plan of Work details the requirements and witnessing of the smoke test

  • The Plan of Work details the air monitoring arrangements for the duration of the works

  • The arrangements for the waste storage are clearly described in the Plan of Works and evident on site

  • The arrangements for the collection and disposal of stored waste are clearly described in the Plan of Work (to include name of the waste disposal company and disposal location)

  • The Plan of Work details the method and permissions needed to amend the Plan of Work

  • The welfare provision on site matches that described in the Plan of Work

  • Where amendments have been made to the Plan of Work, have they been authorised by the appropriate level of management

  • Required amendments to the site diagrams have been made appropriately

  • The details in the Plan of Works are accurately reflected in the ASB5

  • Any other observations to the Plan of Works

  • Main components of RPE (mask and blower) are uniquely identifiable

  • RPE records are on site and up to date

  • Inspection records are in place and up to date for Enclosures

  • Inspection records are in place and up to date for Airlock

  • Inspection records are in place and up to date for Baglock

  • Inspection records are in place and up to date for NPU's

  • Inspection records are in place and up to date for NPU pressure gauge readings

  • Inspection records are in place and up to date for NPU anemometer reading

  • Inspection records are in place and up to date for vacuums

  • Inspection records are in place and up to date for DCU

  • Inspection records are in place and up to date for DCU pressure gauge reading for NPU

  • Inspection records are in place and up to date for blasting equipment

  • Inspection records are in place and up to date for scaffolding/towers

  • Inspection records are in place and up to date for MEWP's

  • Inspection records are in place and up to date for anything else

  • Has a smoke test been carried out and recorded

  • Was the smoke test witnessed by the person /organisation detailed in the Plan of Work

  • Air monitoring has been undertaken as proposed

  • Is there evidence of management involvement on site since the commencement of works i.e. site visits as scheduled in the Plan of Works

  • Are all other observations relating to measuring and monitoring safe

  • Standard Operating Procedures on site and appear to be relevant

  • Plan of Work references the Standard Operating Procedures

  • The version number of the Standard Operating Procedures matches the Plan of Work

  • HSE licence available on site

  • Evidence of employers liability insurance is available on site

  • Evidence of current public liability insurance is available on site

  • Current certificate available for NPU's on enclosure

  • Current certificate available for Vacuum cleaners

  • Current certificate available for NPU in DCU's

  • Pick two employees on site. (detail names in response) check current medical certificates, evidence of competency, face fit certificates are available on site

  • Is a clearance test certificate available from the previous site for the DCU(s)

  • Are all other observations relating to site supporting documentation safe

  • Any other observations

  • Have the details of the audit / inspection been discussed with the site supervisor

  • Select date

  • Inspector / Auditor

  • Site Supervisor

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